1
as in assessing
to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding
experts estimated the value of the painting at a million dollars
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as in calculating
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
we estimated the snowfall to be about a foot
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Recent Examples of estimating
New work and volunteer requirements, designed without caregivers in mind, could create unintended consequences — with the Congressional Budget Office estimating that Medicaid work requirements could increase the number of uninsured adults by nearly 5 million by 2034.
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Emily D. Tisdale, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
On Metaculus, a group of forecasters has taken to estimating when AIs will have the chops to out-predict an elite team of humans.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Local officials say tourism to the park has bolstered the surrounding area’s economy, estimating upwards of $12 is spent in Glen Rose and Somervell County for every $1 spent at Dinosaur Valley.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2016, Musk unveiled plans to send at least a million humans to Mars and establish a self-sustaining city there, estimating that the first human mission could take place in 2024.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 9 Feb. 2026
Researchers have also been tracking and estimating early outcomes of Rx Kids.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Indiana Health Care Association is estimating a $60-80 million savings annually if the state implements an individual cost limit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Analysts predict that cost reductions will accelerate over the next three years as supply chains expand, with Morgan Stanley estimating that once capacity reaches about 100 GWh, sodium batteries could be more than 30% cheaper than LFP cells.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
And premiere projections are trending up, with BoxOfficePro estimating a $1-2 million open last week, but revising to $2-5 million this week.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
Emily D. Tisdale, STAT, 12 Feb. 2026
On Metaculus, a group of forecasters has taken to estimating when AIs will have the chops to out-predict an elite team of humans.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Feb. 2026
Local officials say tourism to the park has bolstered the surrounding area’s economy, estimating upwards of $12 is spent in Glen Rose and Somervell County for every $1 spent at Dinosaur Valley.
—Lana Ferguson, Dallas Morning News, 10 Feb. 2026
In 2016, Musk unveiled plans to send at least a million humans to Mars and establish a self-sustaining city there, estimating that the first human mission could take place in 2024.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 9 Feb. 2026
Researchers have also been tracking and estimating early outcomes of Rx Kids.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Feb. 2026
The Indiana Health Care Association is estimating a $60-80 million savings annually if the state implements an individual cost limit.
—Kayla Dwyer, IndyStar, 3 Feb. 2026
Analysts predict that cost reductions will accelerate over the next three years as supply chains expand, with Morgan Stanley estimating that once capacity reaches about 100 GWh, sodium batteries could be more than 30% cheaper than LFP cells.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 31 Jan. 2026
And premiere projections are trending up, with BoxOfficePro estimating a $1-2 million open last week, but revising to $2-5 million this week.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for estimating
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Anyone assessing the relative experience of these two women, both dedicated public servants, would have to conclude that Kelly’s resume had the greater heft.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Feb. 2026
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But for Bashara, the most important aspects to consider in assessing potential are the home’s foundation, roof, and the extent of previous alterations.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Powell, as Becket, is always thinking, deciding, calculating, and the actor lets that all show through.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Different churches have found various ways of calculating the traditional 40 days of Lent, but the number itself is important.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The more politically testy task has been valuing office buildings, stores and warehouses.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Lee contends that investors are not fully valuing the resiliency of Ares Capital's software-lending business.—
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CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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In a ruse that, for lack of a more astute reference point here, feels very Don Draper-coded, Rose poses as the dear male soldier who died next to her in battle, figuring why waste the deeds to perfectly decent land, or his name.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
17 Feb. 2026
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Somehow, the guy known for not thinking much about results has a stealthy knack for figuring things out.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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City staff is evaluating options for managing the orchard, including working with existing staff.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
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The company is also evaluating new roles for drivers who may be affected by the spread of AVs, including remote safety drivers, data labelers, and LiDAR maintenance staff.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
13 Feb. 2026
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Most recently, the chair of the vaccine panel, a cardiologist, told POLITICO that its focus this year will be on examining vaccine side effects rather than on its longstanding mission of gauging vaccine effectiveness.—
Dan Vergano,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
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Oklahoma City news anchor, Amanda Taylor, posted a Facebook reel gauging Oklahoma City resident’s interest about the potential new opening.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2026
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Hosted by John Bishop, the 1% Club-esque show is inspired by scientist Francis Galton’s discovery from more than a century ago that crowds are better at guessing than individuals.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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There is a narrative there… Here’s how the panelists told the story at the Grammy Museum, obviously with more of a focus on what was happening in Brother Studio, and secondary guessing at what was happening in Brian’s not always permeable head.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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Other beauty gurus like Jackie Aina, Aaliyah Jay, Manny MUA, Amrezy, NikkiTutorials, Patrick Starrr, MakeupShayla, and Alissa Ashley, among others, were making waves online and earning their audiences' trust.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Garland and Boyle also have devoted time and effort to character psychology, to making the members of the Icarus’ crew into recognizable people and not Hollywood stick figures.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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